Sync Generators

The HDG-821 Series by Link Electronics is a series of broadcast High Definition Pattern Generators, providing the user with high quality, low cost system to produce HD Test Patterns. The HDG-821 is a self contained product for standard 19 inch rack mounting. This unit is a multi-format generator that can be used where various HD signals are required. Tri-level sync is on all analog component ...more

The LEI-523 by Link Electronics™ is a series of broadcast High Definition and Standard Definition sync generator with HD component test patterns, providing the user with high quality, low cost system to produce sync and HD Test Patterns. The LEI-523 can be use to gen-lock to other syncs or as a stand alone unit (Master Sync Generator).
This unit is a multi-format generator that can be used ...more

The PCO-818 is the chassis, power supply and motherboard only. You must choose the specific modules to meet your requirements. The modules are listed on the rear of this data sheet. This allows you to choose the module for your needs, and not accept functions you do not need.
As your system grows and new technology arrives, the PCO-818 stands ready to grow with you. The PCO-818 is engineered to ...more

The PCO-818 (OP/SDI) is engineered to provide backup reliability in a compact, easy to use, and economical package. When inserted in the PCO-818 frame, it's advanced modular design provides a level of flexibility never before available in an Automatic Changeover unit. When combined with it's sync generator companion, the SPG-812, the PCO-818 frame can offer the best performance and reliability ...more

The LINK 1199 is another family of modules for the DigiFlex 1000 series. The unit automatically selects between NTSC or PAL in the Gen-lock mode. The 1199 defaults to NTSC in the free run mode. For PAL operation, an external PAL black burst signal must be attached to the EXT REF input on the rear I/O. The1199 takes advantage of the latest FPGA technology to provide the highest performance for a ...more

The PCO-818 (OP/SDI) is engineered to provide backup reliability in a compact, easy to use, and economical package. When inserted in the PCO-818 frame, it's advanced modular design provides a level of flexibility never before available in an Automatic Changeover unit. When combined with it's sync generator companion, the SPG-812, the PCO-818 frame can offer the best performance and reliability ...more

When genlocking to incoming video, the SPG-812 chassis will have either an analog 812-OP/C or a - 812-OP/D digital genlock module in slot #2 This module places the timing pulses down the motherboard buss. The 812-OP/A analog black burst module then uses these pulses to horizontally lock the PLL on the module and reset the vertical and horizontal counters within the complex programable logic ...more

When genlocking to incoming video, the SPG-812 chassis will have either an analog SPG-812 (OP/C) or a SPG-812 (OP/D) digital genlock module in slot #2 This module places the timing pulses down the motherboard buss. The SPG-812 (OP/A1) analog black burst module then uses these pulses to horizontal lock the PLL on the module and reset the vertical and horizontal counters within the complex ...more

When genlocking to incoming video the SPG-812 chassis will have either an analog 812-OP/C or a digital 812-OP/D genlock module in slot #1. This module places the timing pulses down the motherboard buss. The 812-OP/B digital black module then uses these pulses to horizontally lock the PLL on the module and reset the vertical and horizontal counters within the complex programmable logic devices. ...more

The 812-OP/C accepts analog black burst to genlock to an external source. The genlock cell is slot number two. All other modules lock to the 812-OP/C. Whether module 812-OP/C or 812-OP/D, all other modules lock to whatever is in cell number two. The slot two module will produce the necessary lock pulses for all of the other modules in the chassis. The remaining four cells will accept a digital or ...more

The 812-OP/D accepts digital blackburst to genlock to an external source. The genlock cell is slot number two. All other modules lock to the 812-OP/D. Whether module 812-OP/C or 812-OP/D, all other modules lock to whatever in cell number two. The number two module will produce the necessary lock pulses for all of the other modules in the chassis. The remaining four cell will accept a digital or ...more

The GenFlex 812-OP/E is a high performance 24 bit digital and analog audio generator. The 812-OP/E is a single module for use with the SPG-812 GenFlex frame. This unit is designed to perform two basic functions. The first basic function of this module is to produce a single AES/EBU digital audio signal for use as a digital audio reference or digital tone source. Second, it is to produce a ...more

The SPG-812 (OP/F) digital test set module is one of the newest modules to be developed in the Genflex family. The SPG-812 (OP/F) digital test set module allows the user to select from sixteen different digital video test patterns by a front panel switch or through a remote control unit the 812TRC.
When genlocking to incoming video the SPG-812 chassis will have either an analog SPG-812 (OP/C) or ...more

The SPG-812 analog test set (812AT or OP/G) is an important element of the GenFlex family of products. The SPG-812 analog test set module allows the user to select from sixteen (16) different video test patterns by a front panel switch or through a remote control unit, the SPG-812TRC. These patterns are produced in any one of four (4) possible formats:
Composite video plus a Y/C pair.
SMPTE ...more

The 812 OP/H is designed to provide composite sync, composite blanking, and color subcarrier for system applications which require 4Vpp drive pulses and 2Vpp subcarrier. Each of the output pulses is rise-time controlled to EIA standards and will drive a 75 Ohm load at its specified voltage. The subcarrier output is filtered for low harmonic distortion and is driven by a discrete amplifier. The ...more

The 812 OP/K is designed to provide H Drive, V Drive and color subcarrier for system applications which require 4Vpp drive pulses and 2Vpp subcarrier. Each of the output pulses is rise-time controlled to EIA standards and will drive a 75 Ohm load at its specified voltage. The subcarrier output is filtered for low harmonic distortion and is driven by a discrete amplifier. The 812 OP/K will reside ...more

The 812 OP/L is designed to provide composite sync, composite blanking, and color subcarrier for system applications which require 4Vpp drive pulses and 2Vpp subcarrier. Each of the output pulses is rise-time controlled to EIA standards and will drive a 75 Ohm load at its specified voltage. The subcarrier output is filtered for low harmonic distortion and is driven by a discrete amplifier. The ...more

The GenFlex 812-OP/M is a high performance 24 bit digital audio generator. The 812-OP/M is a single module for use with the SPG-812 GenFlex frame. The function of thismodule is to produce a single AES/EBU digital audio signal for use as a digital tonesource or as a digital audio timing reference.
The generator has a set of features designed to make it fit into a wide variety of applications. ...more

The 812TRC is designed to control the SPG-812 digital (OP/F) and analog (OP/G) test set modules. The 812TRC’s convenient 4x4 keypad allows the user to select one of sixteen (16) different video test patterns at the touch of a button. The control interface uses standard RS-485 drivers and receivers to provide reliable communication from a distance of up to 4000 feet (1220m)*.
The 812TRC is ...more

The PCO-818 (OP/AES) is engineered to provide backup reliability in a compact, easy to use, and economical package. When inserted in the PCO-818 frame, it's advanced modular design provides a level of flexibility never before available in an Automatic Changeover unit. When combined with it's sync generator companion, the SPG-812, the PCO-818 frame can offer the best performance and reliability ...more

The 818-OP/BB is engineered to provide backup reliability in a compact, easy to use, and economical package. When inserted in the PCO-818 frame, it's advanced modular design provides a level of flexibility never before available in an Automatic Changeover unit. When combined with it's sync generator companion, the SPG-812, the PCO-818 frame can offer the best performance and reliability available ...more

The 818-OP/CFI is engineered to provide backup reliability in a compact, easy to use, and economical package. When inserted in the PCO-818 frame, it's advanced modular design provides a level of flexibility never before available in an Automatic Changeover unit. When combined with it's sync generator companion, the SPG-812, the PCO-818 frame can offer the best performance and reliability ...more

The 818-OP/PL is engineered to provide backup reliability in a compact, easy to use, and economical package. When inserted in the PCO-818 frame, it's advanced modular design provides a level of flexibility never before available in an Automatic Changeover unit. When combined with it's sync generator companion, the SPG-812, the PCO-818 frame can offer the best performance and reliability available ...more

The 818-OP/SC is engineered to provide backup reliability in a compact, easy to use, and economical package. When inserted in the PCO-818 frame, it's advanced modular design provides a level of flexibility never before available in an Automatic Changeover unit. When combined with it's sync generator companion, the SPG-812, the PCO-818 frame can offer the best performance and reliability available ...more

The IEC-712 Blackburst Generator provides six precision blackburst outputs for system distribution. Its stable internal timebase is digitally derrived. The flawless performance places it a cut above the competition at a price that makes it attractive to the most cost conscious buyer. The IEC-712 is perfect for the studio, remote locations, or production facilities where an economical yet accurate ...more

The IEC-721 Black burst Generator provides the user with two precision Black burst and two SMPTE Color Bar outputs. A loop-through black burst input is provided for gen-locking to an external reference or it can be used as a stand-alone generator.
The stable internal time base and its flawless output signals place it a cut above the competition at a price that makes it attractive to the most ...more

The IEC-833 is a professional color sync generator designed to meet the demanding specifications for performance and stability.
One output of each SMPTE color bars and blackburst are provided on the rear panel. Two outputs of sync and subcarrier and one output of each HD, VD, BL and Burst Flag. The color bar signal meets the SMPTE specifications for reversed bars.
The IEC-833 will gen-lock to a ...more

The LINK LEI-522 is another product in the family of 500 Series known for portability. The unit automatically selects between NTSC or PAL in the Gen-Lock mode according to what the reference input is. The LEI-522 defaults to the selected standard in the free run mode.
The LEI-522 takes advantage of the latest FPGA technology to provide the highest performance for color bar, black burst, or to ...more

The PCA-819 Remote Changeover Alarm is an add-on enhancement to the PCO-818 changeover system. The PCA-819 is engineered to provide a convenient, and easy to use means of monitoring changeover, due to loss of signal, at a remote location.
Bi-color LED’s provide a visual indication of the Changeover Frame status. Additionally, an audible alarm sounds to indicate an alarm condition. And to ...more

The PCO-818/SA is the change-over for an analog system. The modules included in this configuration are:
818-OP/BB - Analog Black burst
818-OP/SC - Analog Subcarrier
818-OP/PL - Analog Sync
As your system grows and new technology arrives, the PCO-818 stands ready to grow with you. The PCO-818 is engineered to provide complete syncsystem reliability in a compact, easy to use, and economical ...more

The PCO-818/SD is the change-over for SDI digital system. The modules included in this configuration are:
818-OP/SDI - SDI Digital Black burst
818-OP/AES - AES Digital Audio
As your system grows and new technology arrives, the PCO-818 stands ready to grow with you. The PCO-818 is engineered to provide complete sync system reliability in a compact, easy to use, and economical package. It’s ...more